Military
Receive a business degree from any accredited university while serving or get accepted to a service academy. Individuals with a business degree are needed in the armed forces and the experience you gain while serving can be greatly beneficial later in life.
Take a Free Young Eagles Flight
EAA’s Young Eagles Flight Program
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For youth ages 8-17
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FREE introductory flight given by a local EAA chapter or individual EAA member in your area
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Young Eagles are given a pre and post flight review of the interior and exterior of the airplane, safety instructions and an overview of airplane controls and operations
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A 15-20 minute flight
Find a Young Eagles Flight
YoungEaglesDay.org
Register for a Young Eagles flight using EAA's online registration tool.
AeroEducate Calendar of Events ›
Find a Young Eagles rally or other youth events in your area.
Set Yourself Up for Success
You can start preparing to become a leader in the aviation industry now:
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Start talking to your high school guidance counselor and parents as early as your freshman year and let them know that your dream is to work in the aviation business industry. Guidance counselors can help you identify courses you can take to set you up for success in your future career, as well as helping to find scholarships or colleges and universities best suited for you.
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Get a pilot certificate. Understanding how pilots and airplanes work can help you understand the business side better. You can start flight training at any age, although you must be 16 years old to solo and 17 before you can be issued a pilot certificate
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Join or get involved in your local EAA chapter.
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Actively volunteer with local civic or school organizations. Speech and debate clubs can be beneficial for a career in business.
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Keep working on AeroEducate badging and new activities to learn more about aviation.
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Being physically fit now can help set you up for success when you join the military and start basic training.
Business Degree Education via the Military
Depending on your path, your commitment to service can vary. We encourage understanding all details by talking with your high school guidance counselor, advisor or military recruiter.
Graduate College and Then Join
After graduating from college with a business degree, work with a recruiter and discover how you can join as an officer.
The armed forces have several Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) that have a business focus. These can include:
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Aviation Maintenance
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Logistics
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Aviation Operations
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Communications
These jobs can give you first-hand experience in business and aviation that set you up for a future in the aviation business world.
Contact your local recruiter for more information.
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
Apply for an ROTC Scholarship. Once accepted you will attend college and start your military training. Not all colleges have an ROTC program, so make sure the university you are applying to does.
Work with your recruiter to explore your options.
Military Academy
Explore an appointment to one of the four elite U.S. military academies. Selection is very competitive. You should start preparing as early as your freshman year in high school to apply for one of these academies.
Explore the Options:
Military Career
Enjoy your military career in the U.S. military. Serving your country can be one of the greatest and most rewarding jobs you can have.
Business Career After the Military
After your military career ends, use your experience and leadership skills developed in the military in your business career. The skills and leadership experience you gain in the military are highly sought after in the private sector.
Give Back
After your military career, continue to inspire youth to get involved in aviation by giving back to your aviation community.
Take a Free Young Eagles Flight
EAA’s Young Eagles Flight Program
-
For youth ages 8-17
-
FREE introductory flight given by a local EAA chapter or individual EAA member in your area
-
Young Eagles are given a pre and post flight review of the interior and exterior of the airplane, safety instructions and an overview of airplane controls and operations
-
A 15-20 minute flight
Find a Young Eagles Flight
YoungEaglesDay.org
Register for a Young Eagles flight using EAA's online registration tool.
AeroEducate Calendar of Events ›
Find a Young Eagles rally or other youth events in your area.
Set Yourself Up for Success
You can start preparing to become a leader in the aviation industry now:
-
Start talking to your high school guidance counselor and parents as early as your freshman year and let them know that your dream is to work in the aviation business industry. Guidance counselors can help you identify courses you can take to set you up for success in your future career, as well as helping to find scholarships or colleges and universities best suited for you.
-
Get a pilot certificate. Understanding how pilots and airplanes work can help you understand the business side better. You can start flight training at any age, although you must be 16 years old to solo and 17 before you can be issued a pilot certificate
-
Join or get involved in your local EAA chapter.
-
Actively volunteer with local civic or school organizations. Speech and debate clubs can be beneficial for a career in business.
-
Keep working on AeroEducate badging and new activities to learn more about aviation.
-
Being physically fit now can help set you up for success when you join the military and start basic training.
Business Degree Education via the Military
Depending on your path, your commitment to service can vary. We encourage understanding all details by talking with your high school guidance counselor, advisor or military recruiter.
Graduate College and Then Join
After graduating from college with a business degree, work with a recruiter and discover how you can join as an officer.
The armed forces have several Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) that have a business focus. These can include:
-
Aviation Maintenance
-
Logistics
-
Aviation Operations
-
Communications
These jobs can give you first-hand experience in business and aviation that set you up for a future in the aviation business world.
Contact your local recruiter for more information.
Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC)
Apply for an ROTC Scholarship. Once accepted you will attend college and start your military training. Not all colleges have an ROTC program, so make sure the university you are applying to does.
Work with your recruiter to explore your options.
Military Academy
Explore an appointment to one of the four elite U.S. military academies. Selection is very competitive. You should start preparing as early as your freshman year in high school to apply for one of these academies.
Explore the Options:
U.S. Military Academy West Point
Military Career
Enjoy your military career in the U.S. military. Serving your country can be one of the greatest and most rewarding jobs you can have.
Business Career After the Military
After your military career ends, use your experience and leadership skills developed in the military in your business career. The skills and leadership experience you gain in the military are highly sought after in the private sector.
Give Back
After your military career, continue to inspire youth to get involved in aviation by giving back to your aviation community.
